Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
124
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Aberdare has less crime — 124 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Pontypridd saw somewhat more crime than Aberdare in April 2026 (168 vs 124 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19), while Pontypridd has more Shoplifting (32). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Aberdare recorded fewer crimes than Pontypridd — 124 vs 168 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Pontypridd had more Shoplifting. Overall, Aberdare recorded fewer total crimes (124 vs 168).